โ 330-Day Tracker FAQ
How does the Physical Presence Test work?
The Physical Presence Test requires you to be physically outside the United States for at least 330 full days during any consecutive 12-month period. You can choose any 12-month window that maximizes your qualifying days. Intent does not matter โ only your physical location counts.
What counts as a "full day" outside the US?
A full day is a 24-hour period from midnight to midnight. If you spend any part of a day in the U.S., that entire day does NOT count toward your 330 days. For example, if you arrive in the US at 11:59 PM, that day counts as a US day.
How does the transit exception work?
If you are on a flight that passes through U.S. airspace or makes a brief stopover (less than 24 hours) and you do NOT leave the airport, that day counts as a full day outside the U.S. This applies even if you're physically on US soil during the layover.
Can I choose any 12-month period?
Yes! You can select any 12-month period that gives you the best result. It does not have to align with the calendar year or your tax year. For example, you could choose July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026 if that gives you more foreign days.
What documents should I keep for proof?
Keep passport stamps, travel itineraries, flight confirmations, boarding passes, credit card statements showing foreign transactions, and any other records that prove your dates of travel. The IRS may request documentation if audited.
What if I don't meet the 330-day requirement?
If you don't meet the Physical Presence Test, you may still qualify under the Bona Fide Residence Test if you've been a resident of a foreign country for a full calendar year with indefinite intent. See our
FEIE Guide for more information.
Does the tracker auto-save my trips?
Yes! All your trips are automatically saved in your browser's local storage. You can close the page and return later โ your data will still be here. Clearing your browser data will erase saved trips.
How accurate is the day counting?
The tracker counts days based on the midnight-to-midnight rule. The day of departure from the US counts as a US day if you leave after midnight. The day of return to the US counts as a US day if you arrive at any time. This follows official IRS interpretation.